Comparison

Mobile Mouse Remote vs TV Remote Control

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Mobile Mouse Remote

Transform your phone into a wireless remote and mouse for your computer. Control your media, browse the web, or present with ease from your couch. Essential for home theater PCs and presenters.

Highlights
  • Trackpad mouse
  • Remote keyboard
  • Modifier keys
  • On-screen typing
  • Password protection
  • Multitouch gestures
Features
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Mobile Mouse instantly transforms your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch into a wireless trackpad mouse, remote control, keyboard, and MUCH more for your Mac or Windows PC. Sit back and surf the web, browse your photo library or control your media player from the comfort of your couch. Mobile Mouse works as a fully functional mutitouch trackpad mouse, as well as an AirMouse, allowing you to control your computer with the motion of your hand. The accompanying Apple Watch app includes a trackpad, application switcher, as well as media and presentation remotes, giving you complete control over your computer and advanced presentation controls all on your wrist. Mobile Mouse was the original wireless trackpad app for iOS, launched in 2009, and has been downloaded by over a million users worldwide. Features: • Wireless control over your entire computer • Multi-touch trackpad (full screen vertical and landscape modes) • Air Mouse (works with the motion of your hand) • OS X style application switcher (works just like the dock in OS X) • Automatic local network and peer-to-peer connectivity • Cloud Connect for access over the internet and cellular networks • QR Code Web Remote. Scan a QR code to control your Mac from any mobile web browser without installing an app • Album artwork and track info for current playing song for Apple Music and Spotify • Apple Watch App (Trackpad/Media/Presentation control) • Live text/image scanner. Insert live text, photos, QR/UPC codes, and documents in any application using your iPhone camera. • Photo and text Sync. Send content from your computer directly to your iOS device. Call a phone number on your computer, push an address from your computer to your Maps app. • Remote file Browser • Media Remote & Web Remote • Presentation Remote • Numeric keyboard • Programmable hotkeys • Password protection • Pressure sensitive graphic Tablet for Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchbook, Pixelmator, and more. (iPad only, requires Apple Pencil) • Control media websites such as YouTube, Pandora, Hulu, Netflix • And much, much, much, much more. Apple Watch App • Trackpad with full mouse control and scrolling • Basic Presentation mode supports next/back with any presentation software • Media remote supports play and volume controls • Apple Music & Spotify remote supports album art and track info • Application switcher lets you switch to any running app. Apps can be filtered to show all running apps, or just the ones that have remotes ** BEFORE YOU RUN THE SOFTWARE ** You will need to download the server application from: mobilemouse.com IMPORTANT: IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS OR QUESTION, PLEASE CHECK THE TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION ON OUR SITE, OR USE THE CONTACT FORM TO ASK FOR HELP. Privacy Policy: https://mobilemouse.com/privacy.html Terms Of Use: https://mobilemouse.com/terms.html

About

TV Remote Control

Transform your iPhone into a comprehensive smart TV remote. Control power, volume, navigation, and apps across a wide range of brands. Enjoy faster text input and touchpad control, all without needing your physical remote.

Highlights
  • Full-featured remote control (power, volume, navigation)
  • Launch apps directly on supported TVs
  • Text input via iPhone keyboard
  • Touchpad navigation
  • Control from Apple Watch and Home Screen widgets
  • Supports multiple TV brands and streaming devices
Features
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Can't find the remote? Use your iPhone or iPad to control a compatible TV over WiFi. Start with free basic remote buttons, with companion controls on Apple Watch and Mac. CHECK COMPATIBILITY Supports compatible Apple TV, Samsung, LG, Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV, Roku, Hisense and Vizio devices. Your phone and TV must be on the same local network. Pairing or enabling network control on your TV may be required. Available buttons and features vary by model. FREE EVERYDAY CONTROL Use the basic keypad for volume, channels, navigation and playback where supported. Basic Apple Watch and widget buttons are also free. Save multiple TVs and organize them by room. TYPE, TAP AND WATCH Premium unlocks keyboard input, app launching, input switching, keypad customization, extended Apple Watch controls and additional Siri Shortcuts on supported devices. Touchpad navigation is available on supported Apple TV, Samsung and LG devices. DIRECT CONNECTION Remote commands are sent over your local network. No TV account is required. IN-APP PURCHASES Choose a lifetime purchase or an auto-renewing subscription where offered. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account when you confirm the purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. DISCLAIMER This is an independent app. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Apple Inc., Samsung, LG, Google, Amazon, Roku, Hisense, Vizio or any other TV or device manufacturer. Product names, logos and brands belong to their owners and are used only to indicate compatibility. Privacy Policy: https://www.rs.ltd/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.rs.ltd/terms

Screenshots

Mobile Mouse Remote4 screens
TV Remote Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TV Remote Control at 4.3 against Mobile Mouse Remote's 3.8. TV Remote Control also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 78). Mobile Mouse Remote's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mobile Mouse Remote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and TV Remote Control sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TV Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TV Remote Control has 1.3K ratings behind it against 78, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Mobile Mouse Remote's written reviews are positive against 75% of TV Remote Control's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mobile Mouse Remote ships an update every 3 months, TV Remote Control every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Mobile Mouse Remote versus TV Remote Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMobile Mouse RemoteTV Remote Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (78 ratings)4.3 (1.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews65.9% of reviews74.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings781.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB142 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperR.P.A. TechRemote Sunrise LTD

Customer experience

Mobile Mouse Remote

All ratings78 ratings
Positive70.5%
Neutral5.1%
Negative24.4%
Written reviews451 reviews
Positive65.9%
Neutral10.2%
Negative23.9%

TV Remote Control

All ratings1,250 ratings
Positive81.4%
Neutral3.4%
Negative15.2%
Written reviews943 reviews
Positive74.9%
Neutral4.6%
Negative20.6%

User reviews

Mobile Mouse Remote

From 78 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth and responsive
  • 👍 Easy to set up and use
  • 💡 Useful for controlling PC from a distance
  • 🚀 Fully functional free version
  • 👍 Works on both Mac and PC

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connection issues and frequent disconnects
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 👎 Constant nagging to upgrade to pro version
  • 🐛 Buggy keyboard with issues like auto-capitalization
  • 👎 Unreliable performance, especially on Windows 10

TV Remote Control

From 1.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Responsive and fast
  • 💡 Useful remote control features
  • 🔒 Secure connection
  • 🤖 Works with various TV brands

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
  • 🔍 Difficult to find specific TV models
  • 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality
  • 🕰️ Slow response times on some devices
  • 🔘 Confusing button layout

Bugs and requests

Mobile Mouse Remote

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes computer when connected
  • Incompatible with certain firewall and antivirus settings
  • Fails to detect or connect to computer in many cases

Requested features

4 requests
  • Bluetooth connectivity option
  • Customizable keyboard and mouse settings
  • Improved compatibility with various devices and OSes
  • Better troubleshooting and support documentation

TV Remote Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to connect to some TV models
  • Loses connection randomly
  • Volume controls not working properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more TV brand support
  • Improve Apple Watch integration
  • Customize button layout and colors
  • Implement voice control
  • Add keyboard functionality

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Mobile Mouse Remote

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
7 purchases

TV Remote Control

Subscriptions5
  • Unlock All Features7 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Smart TV Remote - 1 month$3.991 Month
  • Universal TV Remote - 1 year7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Universal TV Remote - 1 month$9.991 Month
  • Smart TV Remote - 1 year7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time2
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$19.99
  • Universal TV Remote - lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is Mobile Mouse Remote free?
Mobile Mouse Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TV Remote Control free?
TV Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mobile Mouse Remote or TV Remote Control?
TV Remote Control is rated higher. Mobile Mouse Remote averages 3.8 out of 5 from 78 ratings, while TV Remote Control averages 4.3 from 1.3K ratings.
Do Mobile Mouse Remote or TV Remote Control have ads?
TV Remote Control shows ads; Mobile Mouse Remote does not.
Which is updated more often, Mobile Mouse Remote or TV Remote Control?
Mobile Mouse Remote ships an update every 3 months, and TV Remote Control every 5 days. Most recently, Mobile Mouse Remote was updated on September 26, 2026 and TV Remote Control on September 29, 2026.

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